The Print Publication categories are judged by such considerations as:
- information and/or entertainment value
- relevance
- pacing (architecture, points of entry)
- quality of copywriting (tone, voice, length, interest)
- appropriateness for the audience
- effectiveness in achieving goals
- quality of display copy
- ability to support the sponsor's brand/image
- pass-along potential
- impact of coverlines
- visual appeal, effectiveness of imagery/color/b&w
- typography
- integration of visual and textual elements
- balance of visual and textual elements
Print Publication - Annual Report
| 106 |
Best Overall Editorial |
From the CEO letter to the last financial table, the content in your publication is so compelling readers will want to absorb every word. |
| 107 |
Best CEO/Executive Letter |
You proved that it doesn't have to be boring or blah when an exec sums up the past year and lays out goals for the next one. |
| 108 |
Best Interview or Profile |
You ask the tough questions and probe for the obscure nuances, and readers come out feeling like they've had an intimate conversation with the subject. |
| 109 |
Best Overall Design 4+ color |
From concept to execution, from big picture to minute detail, you've created a publication that seamlessly supports the organization's message. |
| 110 |
Best Overall Design 1-3 color |
From concept to execution, from big picture to minute detail, you've created a publication that seamlessly supports the organization's message. |
| 111 |
Best Cover |
They say you can't judge a book by its cover, but who are we to listen to the masses? |
| 112 |
Best Overall Use of Illustration |
You've hired the right talent and the execution perfectly conveys your concept. |
| 113 |
Best Info Graphics |
The way you present the statistics, facts, and figures makes them more than just understandable: they move the story forward. |
| 114 |
Best Use of Photography - Single Feature |
Your use of photography that's integral to the feature makes for a stand-out spread or cover. |
| 115 |
Best Use of Photography - Overall Publication |
The photos in your report bring it to life and work seamlessly with other graphic elements and text. |
| 116 |
Best Overall Use of Typography |
Talk about creative. Your type treatments can stand alone as graphic elements. |
| 117 |
Best 10K Wrap |
The 10K section of your annual report is shows your design and content savvy: it supports the narrative section but shines as a self-contained piece. |
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